Explore Director, HR jobs for experienced human resources leaders ready to shape workplace strategy and support business growth. These roles typically oversee key HR functions, advise executive teams, and lead programs that strengthen talent, culture, and organizational performance. Browse vetted professional opportunities on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.
A Director of Human Resources develops and guides people strategies in alignment with an organization’s goals. Responsibilities may include workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, HR operations, leadership development, and compliance. Depending on the organization, the director may manage an HR team, oversee multiple locations, or partner directly with senior leaders.
Employers commonly seek substantial HR experience, people-management ability, and a record of building effective programs. Helpful strengths include strategic planning, communication, conflict resolution, employment-law knowledge, data-informed decision-making, and change management. A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field is often expected; some positions prefer a master’s degree or credentials such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.
Compensation varies by industry, company size, location, and scope of responsibility. Many Director, HR opportunities offer salaries of $100,000 or more, particularly for leaders with broad business experience or specialized expertise. Review each listing for details about pay, benefits, and requirements.
Search Ladders for vetted professional HR leadership openings. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, then focus your search on Director, HR roles that match your experience, preferred industry, and career goals.
$75K - $110K *
Optimize HR operations by managing payroll, benefits, and employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance with employment laws while driving strate...
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$165K - $185K *
Unlock your potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster strong client relationships while overseeing...
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$165K - $185K *
Discover the opportunity to lead integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio, overseeing operations, compliance, and financial performance while fostering strong stakeholder relati...
6 days ago
$95K - $105K *
Drive HR excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing processes, and fostering employee relations across multiple locations. Balance hands-on execution with strategic improvements to support a thri...
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Project Manager, Executive Office
$79K - $107K *
Drive impactful initiatives as a Project Manager, collaborating with senior leadership to enhance cancer research and partnerships. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment and successful ex...
2 weeks ago
Sr Director, People (SF-Hybrid)
$160K - $200K *
Join us to lead global People Operations, shaping strategy and consolidating functions across regions. Drive performance management, employee engagement, and compliance while building a high-performan...
3 weeks ago
$195K - $215K *
Shape the future of cell therapy by leading cross-functional teams through early-phase clinical trials. Drive program strategy, manage risks, and foster collaboration to deliver innovative therapies f...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Grow your career with a strategic HR role focused on talent alignment, employee engagement, and fostering high-performance culture within rapidly growing commercial teams. Influence change, develop le...
4 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Unlock organizational potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, aligning talent objectives with business goals while fostering a high-performance culture and enhancing employee engagement across...
4 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Champion strategic HR initiatives that align with business growth goals, driving engagement and performance across teams. Leverage strong interpersonal skills to support leaders and enhance talent man...
4 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Empower organizational growth by serving as a strategic HRBP, aligning talent priorities with business objectives and driving HR initiatives that foster high performance across commercial teams...
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$125K - $160K *
Engage with leaders to align talent strategies with business objectives, drive employee engagement, and foster high-performance culture across teams to ensure organizational growth and success in a dy...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Oversee the strategic design and evaluation of global compensation programs, focusing on sales incentives. Partner with leadership to align reward structures and drive growth while attracting top tale...
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$200K - $250K *
Lead a dynamic Talent Acquisition team to drive recruitment strategies, enhance employer branding, and ensure compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to meet hiring goals across multiple busi...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by leading labor relations initiatives, fostering strong partnerships, and guiding organizations through negotiations and compliance to create a positive work environment that resp...
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Senior Director Legal Advisory North America
$240K - $340K *
Drive legal transformation and AI innovation as a trusted advisor to executives, enhancing contracting and compliance strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product direction and acce...
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$110K - $130K *
Accelerate your career by leading multiple MGA sites nationwide, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing operational excellence to meet client expectations and achieve company goals...
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$170K - $230K *
Elevate operational effectiveness by analyzing user needs and mission requirements. Lead cyber operations within an OT/Cyber lab, ensuring alignment with Full Spectrum Cyber initiatives through resear...
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$120K - $150K *
Transform customer delivery operations in a dynamic financial services landscape. Lead large, diverse teams to drive exceptional service quality, operational efficiency, and technology integration whi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Facilities Management
$100K - $120K *
Transform facility operations by leading a dynamic team to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in a large healthcare environment. Collaborate with executives to optimize maintenance and strategi...
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Director of Facilities Management
$100K - $120K *
Lead the optimization of facility operations, ensuring safety and compliance while managing maintenance schedules, personnel, and projects in a large healthcare environment. Collaborate with executive...
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$95K - $115K *
Advance automation projects in a regulated medical device environment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality...
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$115K - $125K *
Transform workforce strategy by partnering with leaders to align talent and capabilities with business goals. Drive organizational design, manage performance, and build frameworks that empower decisio...
3 weeks ago
$145K - $165K *
Empower our audit team by leading the internal control program, ensuring compliance with SOX, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with senior leaders to assess risks and mentor junior st...
1 week ago
$90K - $93K *
Unlock the full potential of HR operations by managing HRIS projects, ensuring system integrity, and providing training support. Collaborate with leadership to enhance system effectiveness in meeting...
Reposted 1 week ago
What does a Director of HR do?
A Director of HR leads human resources strategy and operations, often overseeing areas such as recruiting, employee relations, compensation, benefits, compliance, and organizational development. The role typically partners with executives to align people programs with business objectives.
What qualifications are needed for Director, HR jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often look for significant HR experience, leadership skills, business judgment, and knowledge of employment regulations. A bachelor’s degree is common, while some employers prefer a graduate degree or certifications such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.
How much do Director, HR jobs pay?
Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, and the position’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary and benefits details.
Where can I find Director, HR jobs?
You can search Ladders for vetted Director, HR and other senior human resources openings. Use job details to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.